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Tranquil Forest Hideaway in Sea Pines – Private Home with Wraparound Porch

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Beach nearby
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Pool
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Hilton Head Island, SC
  • Place, Sea Pines Forest Preserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Coligny Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Hilton Head Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Hilton Head Island (Sea Pines), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Coligny Beach and 8 minutes from Harbour Town Lighthouse. .This vacation home is 6.1 mi (9.7 km) from Shelter Cove Harbour and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Palmetto Dunes Club.
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What's nearby

  • Sea Pines Forest Preserve - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Coligny Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lowcountry Celebration Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiki Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Club at The Sea Pines Resort - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hinchey's Chicago Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bank - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tranquil Forest Hideaway in Sea Pines – Private Home with Wraparound Porch

Nestled among towering pines and ancient live oaks draped in Spanish moss, this charming Night Heron cottage offers a peaceful retreat in one of Sea Pines’ most naturally beautiful neighborhoods. Thoughtfully updated and meticulously maintained, this freestanding 1-bedroom, 1-bath home features an open layout that brings the outdoors in — thanks to expansive windows that flood the space with light and frame the surrounding forest as living art.

The bright interior includes a cozy living area with a convertible queen sleeper sofa, accommodating up to four guests, along with high-definition cable TV and high-speed Wi-Fi for modern comfort. A well-equipped kitchen and in-home washer and dryer provide all the conveniences of home in a serene, private setting. Best of all, this home is pet-friendly, so your four-legged family member is welcome to enjoy the vacation too!

Step outside to your spacious wraparound porch, the perfect spot to relax with a morning coffee or evening drink as you take in the sights and sounds of the natural Lowcountry landscape. Native palmettos, cabbage palms, and lush undergrowth create a true sense of seclusion, while wildlife sightings and dappled sunlight add to the peaceful, immersive experience.

Recent updates have elevated the comfort and style of this home, making it an ideal escape for solo travelers, couples, or small families looking to unplug and reconnect in nature. The Night Heron community pool is just steps away, and the beach is a short bike ride or stroll from your front door.

Whether you're spending the day relaxing on the porch, exploring nearby wooded trails, or simply enjoying the quiet rhythm of this special place, this inviting forest cottage is the perfect place to unwind and recharge.

Come stay, slow down, and savor the simplicity of coastal living — where comfort meets nature, and every day ends with a sunset through the pines.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features a stereo, a tennis court on site, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include surfing/body boarding nearby, sailing nearby, and water skiing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Tranquil Forest Hideaway in Sea Pines – Private Home with Wraparound Porch Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a perfect 4 night stay here it was so relaxing and quiet. The place was perfect for a couple and was very welcoming and safe for pets. It was cleaned and came with everything we needed. The best part for us was the beautiful bike paths and walking trails accessible right from the condo. We barely drove the whole time we were there. The beach was a lovely 10 min shady stroll. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Joan G.

Lousy appliances and kitchen items very old, rusted etc. shower was a drizzle. Location was good but we would not teturn
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Alex H.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pet friendly - easy to find. Everything was lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R., Sandy Springs, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great community with wooded area and lots of nature. Be prepared to pay to enter the community since the dork at the gate required it even though notes state that the pass is inside the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place! We enjoyed the accommodation's and location to the beach. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry W., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Heron

Nice clean and easy. If you want quiet and close to the beach, it’s perfect.Two dogs, two adults, has all you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good couple reyrear

The house was cute and convenient to light house and tons of things to do. More than 2 people would fee a little cramped. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F., Belleville

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great vacay in Sea Pines

This was our third visit to a Night Heron property in Sea Pines. As always, it provided a very family friendly location that's close to everything you'd need for a relaxing, beach trip. The property is well kept and check-in/communication with property manager was smooth. Sea Pines is beautiful, and to my mind, the best location in HH. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

judy o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Night heron

Our go to accommodations in sea pines! 8 years running!!! Easy access to the beach and amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacay

Great stay nice bungalow
Stayed 38 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend!

Great property and perfect for the 2 of us and our dog. This place had everything we needed, pool was close and the beach path was right across the street which was a nice surprise. The bungalow was tucked away from the street within the woods which was so cool! If interested in Coligny, would recommend renting bikes, but it was only a 10-15 ride and you could take the path which made it a nice ride. The listing did not include pictures of the bathroom, but it was somewhat updated and had plenty of space to get ready. Overall, the property was very clean, great location, and very fun. Would stay again for our next trip. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation

Perfect location. Perfect size. Perfect for my pet. All I could ask for. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heritage week

This place met all our needs. Clean, well equipped, with just enough space for the two of us. Close to Harbor Town and Coligny. Near the South Forrest Beach entrance. We would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay - cottage is upgraded from last year!

This cottage has been improved since my first stay last year. It has been refreshed (paint, flooring, deck cleaned, new deck furniture, etc.). The property managers have done a super job with this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Katie E.

Disappointing

We are finding that the yurt properties on night heron are going down hill on their upkeep. We have stayed in several 1 bedroom yurts and property 13 was in a sorry state. The flooring in the kitchen area is coming up, the couch is filthy and very uncomfortable. The rugs need to be replaced, If it were my property i would be embarrassed to rent it out. We love hilton head but we will be looking elsewhere for rentals.
Stayed 20 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best of both worlds

I read a review that said they felt like they were in the jungle, not the beach. That is the whole point of Night Heron! The trees, the lagoons, the wildlife, it feels like you are part of nature, in a home, and not in a tourist destination or resort (even though it's both). You can get places like that but not that are also a five minute walk to the beach and so reasonable in price. Mind you, this bungalow is old and not in pristine condition, it has a few cosmetic issues and the floor in the bathroom shows where there was water at some point, and so forth, but it's clean and safe, just cosmetic. I told the property manager a light didn't work and the handyman was there the next day. A ceiling fan is stuck on low but I imagine that is a bigger fix and at least it was spinning! There was a fan beneath the bed that served me just fine. Just what I was looking for!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Nancy G.

SLUMMING IN PARADISE

The property is about 1/2 mile walk to the beach. We were greeted with roaches and ants, owner had the place treated but, it was bad. The place could have been adorable but, it was just plain run down. There was no comfortable place to sit. Things are broken and not fixed. We were very disappointed and strongly recommend you book elsewhere. We gave it 2 stars for location.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Connie Cole M.

Bare bones. Minimalist

Carpet is old and stained, bathroom floor slopes by shower, broken glass all over the parking space , one bulb in vanity didnt work. A tray table for a night stand??? !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hilton Head get away

Great location, great price, excellent place to stay with your dog! My wife, my 8 yr old daughter, and my 11 year old dog, all loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall nice cottage

The cottage met expectations of advertisement. Very close and convenient walk to the beach. Had problem with internet service. This was resolved by the property manager almost immediately. They were very responsive. Overall, great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Kimberley B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

13 Nights Heron LN

The property is in a very nice area close to beach but not on the beach. The bungalow was very cute and cozy. I hope the owners change the bed mattress is was very uncomfortable, lumpy, and the bed sheets kept coming off and there was no mattress cover very unsanitary. The couch needs cleaning it smelled and felt dirty. The bungalow had roaches. It was not infested but enough that we shook out our belongings before taking them in house. They should exterminate
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet oasis in Sea Pines….

We just returned from a fabulous week in Sea Pines! My husband and I have been vacationing there for over 30 years and we must say that this cozy, little home was just great for its location and privacy. The home is small but it grew on us and our 4 legged baby within a few days. The only negative we had is the sofa is in need of an upgrade and maybe a nice leisure chair but beyond that everything inside was great….our favorite spot though,…the deck…recently rebuilt and quite cozy and quiet. We also loved being able to cross the main road and have a super beach access path..door to sand…5 minutes! Sweet! We would definitely recommend for a couple and we will be looking forward to our next visit there.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little place

Just a nice small place tp stay.

8/10 Good

Mark P.

Affordable

Great location, Convenient location to the beach. Could use a little update. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021